Medellín: Private Seaplane Trip to Guatapé

Antioquia, Colombia



Skip the 2-hour drive: fly from Medellín to the Guatapé reservoir in a private seaplane for up to 6, land on the water near El Peñol rock, explore at your pace and fly back the same day.

Highlights

  • Land on the Guatapé reservoir in a private amphibious seaplane
  • Fly over the Andes from Medellín to El Peñol rock in 20 minutes
  • Book the whole aircraft for your group of up to 6
  • Climb El Peñol and walk the colorful streets of Guatapé
  • Skip the 2-hour mountain road each way

Description

Trade the winding mountain road for a 20-minute seaplane flight. You meet your pilot at Olaya Herrera Airport in central Medellín and board a Cessna Grand Caravan amphibian reserved only for your group of up to 6.

The flight crosses the green Andes of Antioquia and lands on the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir, with views of the islands and El Peñol rock on the approach. After landing you have about 3 hours to climb the 740 steps of El Peñol, walk the colorful zócalo streets of Guatapé or have lunch by the water, at your own pace.

In the afternoon you fly back to Medellín. The whole trip takes about 5 hours. Headsets let you talk to the pilot, and everyone gets a window seat.

Flights are operated by a licensed air operator. If weather does not allow flying, you choose a new date or get a full refund.

Includes

  • Private round-trip seaplane flight Medellín – Guatapé reservoir in a Cessna Grand Caravan amphibian with a licensed pilot
  • Whole aircraft for your group (up to 6 passengers)
  • Safety briefing
  • Headsets for all passengers

Excludes

  • El Peñol rock entrance ticket (paid on site)
  • Food and drinks
  • Local transport in Guatapé
  • Transfer to Olaya Herrera Airport
  • Gratuities

Important Information

  • The price is for the whole aircraft (up to 6 passengers), not per person Maximum combined passenger weight is 450 kg including bags; please send the weight of each passenger after booking Arrive at the airport 30 minutes before the flight time with a passport or ID for every passenger Bring only a small bag: luggage space on the seaplane is limited If the weather does not allow flying, you choose a new date or get a full refund

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a private amphibious seaplane flight from Medellín to Guatapé, landing on the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir, plus time to climb El Peñol and explore Guatapé’s colorful streets.
You board the seaplane at Olaya Herrera Airport, located in central Medellín, Colombia.
The flight takes approximately 20 minutes, flying over the Andes to the El Peñol rock area.
Yes, you can book the entire amphibious seaplane privately for your group of up to 6 people.
Yes, the seaplane flight replaces the 2-hour mountain road drive each way to Guatapé.
No special equipment is needed; the climb involves stairs that are accessible to most visitors.
The seaplane lands directly on the Peñol-Guatapé reservoir, near El Peñol rock in Colombia.
Check the official booking website for up-to-date schedules and availability for this Colombia seaplane trip.
The seaplane is small and private, which can be less intimidating, but personal comfort with flying varies.
You will see panoramic views of the green Andes mountains, the reservoir, and El Peñol rock as you approach Guatapé.

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